Corporate Certified Dealer Instructor (CDI) at Hawthorne

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Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success.  Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place!  At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve.

Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

We are currently seeking talented individuals for our Corporate Certified Dealer Instructor (CDI) position!

Here is some of what you’ll do…

POSITION SUMMARY:    

Corporate Certified Dealer Instructor (CDI) – is responsible for conducting machine demonstrations company-wide which includes instruction in proper use and functionality, developing and teaching machine training courses for our customer base, equipping sales staff with the knowledge of key features and benefits regarding machine use and functionality, delivering customer site assessments which identifies cost savings and profit improvement for our customer base.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Demonstrate the features of Caterpillar products to our customers to ensure they understand how to maximize capability of the products in a safe and efficient manner.
2. Conduct formal certified training courses for customer base that meet Hawthorne and Caterpillar standards.
3. Identify business opportunities to sell and train customer operators to be Caterpillar Certified.
4. Ensure sales staff understands machine functionality and best practice operating techniques to enhance their sales efforts.
5. Work with the rental department to train rental sales representatives and dispatchers on the proper use of Caterpillar equipment in the rental fleet.
6. Maintain current professional and technical knowledge by attending educational Caterpillar workshops and reviewing publications.
7. Demonstrate the benefits of the rightly applied use of machine control and guidance systems, and other Caterpillar machine technologies.
8. Collaborate with SiTech to train customers on related machine on-board and off-board technologies.
9. Travel to customer job sites for training within the dealer territory, and attend necessary Caterpillar and other OEM training sessions.
10. Conduct other machine related training and business as determined by management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

1. Must have 10 years minimum experience in sales within the earthmoving industry.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills.
3. Proactive and good communication skills.
4. Must have a positive attitude and be a self-starter.
5. Must be organized and a good planner.
6. Ability to set and meet goals.
7. Experience with Microsoft Office.
8. Must have a valid California Class C Drivers License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Walking and moving about on foot often up and down stairs.
2. Handling:  Seizes, helps or works with hands.
3. Lifting:  Raises or lowers miscellaneous items up to 30 lbs.
4. Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.
5. Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
6. Standing: Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
7. Vision: Read computer and paperwork.
8. Talking:  Communications by phone and in person.
9. Sitting:  Sits at desk.  Sits for long periods of time.
10. Climbing:  Climb on and off earthmoving machines.

ENVIRONMENTAL:     

1. Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
2. Temp/Weather: Works in an office environment and also travels to job sites.

Here’s what we Offer…

• Competitive Compensation
• A great work environment and culture
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Training
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Medical Video Appointments available
• Health Savings Account available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay
• 401(k) Plan + Company Matching
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Legal Plan
• Travel Assistance Plan
• Wellness Programs
• Referral Bonus Program
• Longevity Bonus Program
• Recognition Programs and much more
• Hawthorne CAT discounts
• Boot Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company-Supplied Uniforms
• Advanced Technical Training
• Estimated Compensation $90,000 - $110,000  annually (eligible for an incentive)

Interested in joining the Hawthorne team? Check out our current available positions at:

www.hawthornecat.com/careers

ACCOMMODATIONS: Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.

Hawthorne Cat® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D

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